With hot weather in the forecast, the City of Sacramento is reminding residents to take precautions and take advantage of free and low-cost places to stay cool, including pools, spray parks, community centers and libraries.
“Extreme heat can become dangerous very quickly, especially for children, older adults and people working or spending time outdoors,” said Sacramento Fire Department Deputy Chief Mike Taylor. “Plan ahead, stay hydrated, check on family and neighbors, and use the City’s cooling resources when you need a break from the heat. If you’re heading to the water, wear a life jacket and never leave children unattended.”
Pools
The North Natomas Aquatics Complex and 12 neighborhood pools are open for recreational swimming and aquatics programs. Four free wading pools are also available for children ages 7 and younger.
View pool locations, swim hours and admission information here.
Spray parks
City spray parks are open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Oct. 1.
Find spray park locations here.
Community centers
Air-conditioned community centers are open during regular business hours, with several also open on Saturdays.
- Belle Cooledge Community Center: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Clunie Community Center: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Coloma Community Center: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon
- George Sim Community Center: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon
- Hart Senior Center: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Joe Mims Jr. Hagginwood Community Center: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon
- Oak Park Community Center: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon
- Sam and Bonnie Pannell Community Center: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon
- South Natomas Community Center: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon
Libraries
Most Sacramento Public Library branches are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Check the library website for branch hours and locations.
Cooling centers
The City is closely monitoring weather conditions and coordinating with regional partners. Cooling centers are not currently activated; the City is prepared to open them if the Council-set weather respite thresholds are met. Updates will be posted on the City’s website and social media channels if cooling centers are activated.
Tips to stay safe in the heat
- Drink plenty of water.
- Take cool showers or spend time in air-conditioned spaces.
- Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
- Never leave children or pets inside a parked vehicle.
- Limit pets’ time outdoors and avoid walking them on hot pavement.
- Wear a life jacket when swimming or boating. Fire stations throughout the Sacramento region offer life jackets on a loan basis.